Therapist - Autism and IDD Counseling Center for Adults; AICC-

Therapist - Autism and IDD Counseling Center for Adults (AICC-A) (58255)

Putting clients and community first—one of our five core values at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR). We are seeking a passionate Master's level Unlicensed Therapist (MA in counseling with a LSW or LPCC), a Licensed Therapist (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT), or an Unlicensed/Licensed Psychologist to join our Autism and IDD Counseling Center for Adults (AICC-A), part of our Adult Intensive Services division.

In this role, you’ll provide outpatient mental health care to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), including autism, who also experience co-occurring behavioral health conditions. You’ll deliver clinical services, case management, and collaborative treatment planning alongside a multidisciplinary team offering vocational support, psychoeducation, crisis intervention, and medication management. Ideal candidates are highly organized, team-oriented, and committed to improving the quality of life for individuals in complex systems of care.

Experience with IDD and behavioral health in a community setting is preferred. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the heart of the community, we’d love to hear from you!

We offer flexible work arrangements, either a 5 x 8-hour workweek (Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm) or a 4 x 10-hour workweek. Our hybrid model allows for a mix of remote and in-office work, with an expectation of being in the office two days per week and working from home three days. This schedule may be adjusted based on client and community needs.

• Unlicensed Therapist: $58,480.92 - $80,026.62 per year.
• Licensed Therapist: $66,512.16 - $91,016.64 per year.
• Unlicensed Psychologist: $70,010 - $83,473.46 per year.
• Licensed Psychologist: $99,493.68 - $ per year.

• Will receive 5% of their regular base rate (hourly or salaried), to a maximum amount of $3,000.00 per calendar year.
  * the annual maximum amount will be prorated based on full-time equivalency (FTE).

• Facilitate recovery and optimal quality of life in clients with behavioral health concerns by providing clinical services, case management, and education. In collaboration with the client, create and carry out a consistent plan of treatment, from intake and assessment to closure.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments, individual, family, and/or group therapy with assigned clients.
• Develop and monitor treatment plans; update at required intervals.
• Consult with internal and external professionals and collaterals to ensure access to needed services and proactive coordination of care.
• Provide clinical case-management services as needed. Provide crisis intervention as appropriate.
• Provide comprehensive clinical services designed to decrease symptoms and improve quality of life.
• Assist clients in evaluating strengths and symptoms, and set their own goals.
• Guide and instruct clients in coping skills.
• Offer consultation to community partners and providers.
• Ensure that billing information is up-to-date for assigned clients. Seek insurance authorization for services as required.
• Write reports and other correspondence, as necessary, and with appropriate releases.
• Complete all requests to provide the necessary information and undertake the required activities to ensure timely and ongoing credentialing with third party payers.
• Monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the client's care team.

Requirements:

• Unlicensed Therapist or Psychologist:
  • Master’s or Doctoral degree in professional counseling from a program that’s accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP), or CSWE (Council on Social Work Education).
  • Must obtain a mental health Candidate Permit (e.g., LPCC, PSYC, MFTC, SWC/LSW) within 30 days of hire and actively pursue an independent clinical license (LPC, LP, LMFT, or LCSW). AMHR will provide quality supervision for clinical hours towards licensure at no cost to the employee.
  • Preferred:
    At least one year of clinical experience providing care to…